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KM03 TWN

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,135 mi
Last recorded81,135 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 TWN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2022 81,135 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH SIDES. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

GENERAL CORROSION UNDER VEHICLE.

Pass 11 Sep 2021 77,210 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under vehicle and components has corrosion

Vehicle under covers not allowing full inspection

Pass 27 Jun 2020 75,908 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 73,864 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 71,595 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 68,381 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 66,712 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 61,708 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 54,457 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 52,029 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 50,746 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 48,871 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 46,100 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 37,850 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 May 2008 40,440 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 40,440 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 35,542 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 22,008 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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KM03 TWN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 81,364 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KM03 TWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KM03 TWN registered?

KM03 TWN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 May 2003.

Is KM03 TWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM03 TWN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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